AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUAE Procurement Push: Dubai Customs says Emirati suppliers won 18% more value in government contracts in 2025, reaching about $2.64m, as Dubai SME-linked initiatives expand national-company participation in public projects. Oman Women’s Market Access: Oman’s “Rural Dhofar 2026” exhibition (Aug 10–15) will bring 60+ women entrepreneurs to sell rural products directly, aiming to boost incomes and strengthen Omani SME supply chains. BRICS Trade Finance for MSMEs: BRICS trade ministers in Jaipur agreed to study an invoice discounting mechanism to help MSMEs unlock working capital and narrow a widening global MSME finance gap. Kuwait Competition Reform: Kuwait’s National Competition Policy project is 96% complete, targeting monopoly curbs and stronger enforcement to improve the climate for foreign investment. Egypt Market Momentum: Egypt’s stock market added about EGP 167bn in weekly market cap, with small- and mid-cap firms leading gains. Local Content Push (Oman): A proposal for a National Local Content Certificate would certify measurable value from local procurement and SME capability building.
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